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Vela

1300 Yards Pl SE
Washington, DC 20003

1–2 Bedrooms
571–1,298Square Feet

About Vela

The Yards most anticipated contemporary residential building has arrived at the waterfront. All great things begin in light. Vela's Scandinavian design and elevated amenities bring calm, balance, and well-being into the place you can call home. Embracing lightness, beauty, and simplicity, this little peace of home embodies the vital qualities of warmth and comfort with wide views of possibility that reach in every direction. Now leasing one- and two- bedroom apartments, penthouses, and townhomes.

Vela is located in the Navy Yard Neighborhood and 20003 Zip code of Washington, DC.

Unique Features and Amenities

*select apartments
Balconies
Bike Storage
Coworking Spaces
Destination Dispatch
Floor-to-ceiling windows*
Front-loading washer and dryer*
Guest Parking
Hardwood Flooring*
High-speed WiFi throughout amenity areas
KITCHEN ISLANDS*
Latch keyless apartment and building entry system
Leed Certified
Outdoor courtyard within the lobby
Pedestrian friendly, curb-less entry points
Pet Friendly
Pet Spa for your Furry Friends
PV/ solar
Resident storage
Spacious Walk-in Closets
Water Views*

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

1 Bedrooms
2 Bedrooms

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From $2,450
Jr 1E
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 571 sq ftCheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Now
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$2,450 Available Now V-0327 571
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$2,450 - $2,833
Apartment Model: Jr 1E1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 571 sq ftAvailable Now
Jr 1E - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: V-0327Apartment Model: Jr 1E1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 571 sq ftAvailable Now
From $2,460
Floorplan 1H
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 626 sq ftAvailable Now
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$2,535 Available Now V-0226 626 View Details Below
$2,460 Available Now V-0207 626 View Details Below
$2,610 Available Now V-0324 626 View Details Below
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$2,460 - $3,101
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$2,460 - $3,101
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$2,460 - $3,101
Apartment Model: 1H1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 626 sq ftAvailable Now
1H - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: V-0226Apartment Model: 1H1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 626 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: V-0207Apartment Model: 1H1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 626 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: V-0324Apartment Model: 1H1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 626 sq ftAvailable Now
From $2,525
Jr 1L
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 665 sq ftAvailable Now
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$2,525 Available Now V-0932 665
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$2,525 - $2,917
Apartment Model: Jr 1L1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 665 sq ftAvailable Now
Jr 1L - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: V-0932Apartment Model: Jr 1L1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 665 sq ftAvailable Now
From $2,690
Floorplan 1M
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 702 sq ftAvailable Now
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$2,775 Available Now V-0934 702 View Details Below
$2,690 Available Now V-0334 702 View Details Below
$2,785 Available Now V-1034 702 View Details Below
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$2,690 - $3,075
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$2,690 - $3,075
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$2,690 - $3,075
Apartment Model: 1M1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 702 sq ftAvailable Now
1M - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: V-0934Apartment Model: 1M1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 702 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: V-0334Apartment Model: 1M1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 702 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: V-1034Apartment Model: 1M1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 702 sq ftAvailable Now
From $2,765
Floorplan 1T
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 762 sq ftAvailable Now
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$2,850 Available Now V-0221 762 View Details Below
$2,765 Available Now V-0340 762 View Details Below
$2,911 April 21, 2025 V-0421 762 View Details Below
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$2,765 - $3,148
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$2,765 - $3,148
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$2,765 - $3,148
Apartment Model: 1T1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 762 sq ftAvailable Now
1T - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: V-0221Apartment Model: 1T1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 762 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: V-0340Apartment Model: 1T1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 762 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: V-0421Apartment Model: 1T1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 762 sq ftAvailable April 21, 2025
From $2,840
Floorplan 1U
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 771 sq ftAvailable Now
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$2,840 Available Now V-0232 771 View Details Below
$2,850 Available Now V-0332 771 View Details Below
$2,850 Available Now V-0432 771 View Details Below
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$2,840 - $3,148
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$2,840 - $3,148
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$2,840 - $3,148
Apartment Model: 1U1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 771 sq ftAvailable Now
1U - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: V-0232Apartment Model: 1U1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 771 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: V-0332Apartment Model: 1U1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 771 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: V-0432Apartment Model: 1U1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 771 sq ftAvailable Now
From $2,860
Floorplan 1S
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 757 sq ftAvailable Now
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$2,860 Available Now V-0239 757
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$2,860 - $3,159
Apartment Model: 1S1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 757 sq ftAvailable Now
1S - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: V-0239Apartment Model: 1S1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 757 sq ftAvailable Now
From $2,875
Floorplan 1P
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 743 sq ftAvailable Now
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$2,875 Available Now V-0222 743
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$2,875 - $3,175
Apartment Model: 1P1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 743 sq ftAvailable Now
1P - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: V-0222Apartment Model: 1P1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 743 sq ftAvailable Now
From $2,885
Floorplan 1R
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 755 sq ftAvailable Now
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$2,885 Available Now V-0237 755 View Details Below
$2,885 Available Now V-0235 755 View Details Below
$2,895 Available Now V-0437 755 View Details Below
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$2,885 - $3,196
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$2,885 - $3,196
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$2,885 - $3,196
Apartment Model: 1R1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 755 sq ftAvailable Now
1R - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: V-0237Apartment Model: 1R1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 755 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: V-0235Apartment Model: 1R1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 755 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: V-0437Apartment Model: 1R1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 755 sq ftAvailable Now
From $3,290
1W Den
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 834 sq ftAvailable Now
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$3,290 Available Now V-0613 834
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$3,290 - $3,805
Apartment Model: 1W Den1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 834 sq ftAvailable Now
1W Den - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: V-0613Apartment Model: 1W Den1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 834 sq ftAvailable Now
From $4,540
1AA w/ Terrace
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1069 sq ftAvailable Now
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$4,540 Available Now V-PHJ 1069 View Details Below
$4,540 Available Now V-PHN 1069 View Details Below
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$4,540 - $5,014
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$4,540 - $5,014
Apartment Model: 1AA w/ Terrace1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1069 sq ftAvailable Now
1AA w/ Terrace - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: V-PHJApartment Model: 1AA w/ Terrace1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1069 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: V-PHNApartment Model: 1AA w/ Terrace1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1069 sq ftAvailable Now
From $4,930
1AB Den w/ Terrace
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1154 sq ftAvailable Now
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$4,930 Available Now V-PHK 1154
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$4,930 - $5,703
Apartment Model: 1AB Den w/ Terrace1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1154 sq ftAvailable Now
1AB Den w/ Terrace - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: V-PHKApartment Model: 1AB Den w/ Terrace1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1154 sq ftAvailable Now
From $5,355
1AC Den w/ Terrace
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1169 sq ftLargest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Now
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$5,355 Available Now V-PHB 1169
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$5,355 - $6,191
Apartment Model: 1AC Den w/ Terrace1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1169 sq ftAvailable Now
1AC Den w/ Terrace - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: V-PHBApartment Model: 1AC Den w/ Terrace1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1169 sq ftAvailable Now
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2 Bedrooms
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From $3,985
Floorplan 2E
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1100 sq ftCheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Now
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$3,985 Available Now V-0529 1100
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$3,985 - $4,510
Apartment Model: 2E2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1100 sq ftAvailable Now
2E - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: V-0529Apartment Model: 2E2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1100 sq ftAvailable Now
From $4,365
Floorplan 2N
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1215 sq ftAvailable Now
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$4,365 Available Now V-0228 1215
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$4,365 - $4,940
Apartment Model: 2N2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1215 sq ftAvailable Now
2N - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: V-0228Apartment Model: 2N2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1215 sq ftAvailable Now
From $4,665
Floorplan 2P
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1298 sq ftLargest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Now
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$4,665 Available Now V-0412 1298
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$4,665 - $5,277
Apartment Model: 2P2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1298 sq ftAvailable Now
2P - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: V-0412Apartment Model: 2P2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1298 sq ftAvailable Now

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$2,450	Available Now	V-0327	571

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	View Details
$2,535	Available Now	V-0226	626	View Details Below
$2,460	Available Now	V-0207	626	View Details Below
$2,610	Available Now	V-0324	626	View Details Below

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$2,525	Available Now	V-0932	665

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	View Details
$2,775	Available Now	V-0934	702	View Details Below
$2,690	Available Now	V-0334	702	View Details Below
$2,785	Available Now	V-1034	702	View Details Below

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	View Details
$2,850	Available Now	V-0221	762	View Details Below
$2,765	Available Now	V-0340	762	View Details Below
$2,911	April 21, 2025	V-0421	762	View Details Below

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	View Details
$2,840	Available Now	V-0232	771	View Details Below
$2,850	Available Now	V-0332	771	View Details Below
$2,850	Available Now	V-0432	771	View Details Below

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$2,860	Available Now	V-0239	757

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$2,875	Available Now	V-0222	743

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	View Details
$2,885	Available Now	V-0237	755	View Details Below
$2,885	Available Now	V-0235	755	View Details Below
$2,895	Available Now	V-0437	755	View Details Below

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$3,290	Available Now	V-0613	834

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map	View Details
$4,540	Available Now	V-PHJ	1069		View Details Below
$4,540	Available Now	V-PHN	1069		View Details Below

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$4,930	Available Now	V-PHK	1154

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$5,355	Available Now	V-PHB	1169

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$3,985	Available Now	V-0529	1100

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$4,365	Available Now	V-0228	1215

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$4,665	Available Now	V-0412	1298

Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Property Information

379 Units
11 Stories
Built in 2023

Lease Terms

Parking Fees & Info

Parking Other

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Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

*select apartments
Balconies
Bike Storage
Coworking Spaces
Destination Dispatch
Floor-to-ceiling windows*
Front-loading washer and dryer*
Guest Parking
Hardwood Flooring*
High-speed WiFi throughout amenity areas
KITCHEN ISLANDS*
Latch keyless apartment and building entry system
Leed Certified
Outdoor courtyard within the lobby
Pedestrian friendly, curb-less entry points
Pet Friendly
Pet Spa for your Furry Friends
PV/ solar
Resident storage
Spacious Walk-in Closets
Water Views*

Living Area Features

Walk In Closets

Hours and Contact Info

Open Now

Currently Closed

By Appointment

Monday	9:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday	9:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday	9:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday	9:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday	9:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday	10:00 am–5:00 pm
Sunday	12:00 pm–5:00 pm

Getting Around

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

97 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

69 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Scores provided by Walk Score.

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

5.0

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Nearby Schools

Van Ness Elementary School

District Of Columbia Public Schools

1150 5th Street Southeast

Public School - Grades PK-5 (372 Students)

In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away

Eastern High School

District Of Columbia Public Schools

1700 East Capitol Street Southeast

Public School - Grades 9-12 (865 Students)

In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away

Jefferson Middle School Academy

District Of Columbia Public Schools

801 7th Street Southwest

Public School - Grades 6-8 (386 Students)

In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away

School data provided by GreatSchools.

Points of Interest

Time and distance from Vela.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

International Spy Museum

800 F St. NW

4 minute drive / 2.25 miles away

Smithsonian American Art Museum

8th and F Streets, NW

4 minute drive / 2.26 miles away

The White House

1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW

5 minute drive / 2.76 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Safeway

415 14th St SE

3 minute drive / 1.18 miles away

Autozone

2626 Naylor Rd SE

5 minute drive / 1.73 miles away

Aldi

901 17th St NE

5 minute drive / 2.48 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Georgetown Law - Georgetown University Law Center

600 New Jersey Avenue NW

4 minute drive / 2.04 miles away

Georgetown - Georgetown University Law Center

600 New Jersey Avenue NW

4 minute drive / 2.04 miles away

Georgetown Law - Georgetown School of Continuing Studies

640 Massachusetts Ave NW

5 minute drive / 2.47 miles away

Groceries

Safeway

415 14th St SE

3 minute drive / 1.18 miles away

Lidl

2224 Town Center Dr SE

5 minute drive / 1.84 miles away

Aldi

901 17th St NE

5 minute drive / 2.48 miles away

Hospitals

St. Elizabeth's Hospital

1100 Alabama Avenue, Se

5 minute drive / 1.84 miles away

United Medical Center

1310 Southern Avenue Se

5 minute drive / 2.61 miles away

George Washington University Hospital

900 23rd St Nw

7 minute drive / 3.45 miles away

Military Bases

Washington Navy Yard

1 minute drive / 0.37 miles away

Marine Corps Barracks

2 minute drive / 0.77 miles away

Fort McNair

2 minute drive / 0.92 miles away

Parks and Recreation

East Potomac Golf Course

972 Ohio Drive

4 minute drive / 2.08 miles away

East Potomac Park

1090 Ohio Dr., SW

4 minute drive / 2.08 miles away

National Mall

900 Ohio Drive, SW

4 minute drive / 2.24 miles away

Vela has 5 parks within 4.0 miles, including East Potomac Golf Course, East Potomac Park, National Mall, U.S. National Arboretum, and Chesapeake and Ohio Canal.

Restaurants and Dining

Good Stuff Eatery

303 Pennsylvania Ave. SE

3 minute drive / 1.16 miles away

The Capital Grille

601 Pennsylvania Ave. NW

5 minute drive / 1.92 miles away

Oceanaire Seafood Room

1201 F Street NW

5 minute drive / 2.43 miles away

Shopping Centers

Skyland Town Center

Alabama Ave SE

5 minute drive / 1.84 miles away

Union Station

40-50 Massachusetts Ave NE

5 minute drive / 1.93 miles away

Alabama Plaza

2201 Alabama Ave SE

5 minute drive / 1.94 miles away

Vela has 5 shopping centers within 2.0 miles.

Transit Stations

Navy Yard-Green Line

200 M St SE

1 minute drive / 0.52 miles away

Anacostia-Green Line

1101 Howard Road SE

1 minute drive / 0.54 miles away

Eastern Market-Blue Line

701 Pennsylvania Ave SE

3 minute drive / 1.02 miles away

Rental Price Ranges in the Area

Bedroom	Average Rent	Cheapest Rent	Highest Rent
Washington Studio Apartments	$2,137	$895	$10,000+
Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments	$2,582	$724	$10,000+
Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments	$3,366	$850	$10,000+
Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments	$3,937	$900	$10,000+
Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments	$1,996	$1,089	$10,000+
Washington 5 Bedroom Apartments	$4,546	$1,150	$10,000+
Washington 6 Bedroom Apartments	$7,382	$7,382	$7,382